kingnovel Chapter 1384 Yun Rui Juan Chen: What is Bai Xiuxian's role?
Chapter 1384 Yun Rui Juan Chen: What is Bai Xiuxian's role?
There was silence on the other end of the line for a few seconds, and then Bai Xiuxian's voice came again, with a hint of subtle approval: "You've thought it through very carefully. Young people are courageous and resourceful. However, the Golden Triangle is different from other places. Although people on the dark web are well-informed, they are ultimately not as reliable as local connections. My friend has been doing business there for over a decade and is well-connected in both the black and white worlds. If you need anything, I can put him in touch with Captain Mark to save you the trouble."
She affirmed Gu Yunqian's arrangement, then quietly emphasized that "local connections are more reliable," making a strong gesture of "offering assistance" without mentioning "what kind of business her friend was in" or "why he had connections in both the black and white worlds." Every word was meant "for your own good," yet each one left room for maneuver, ensuring Gu Yunqian didn't feel slighted while deftly managing the rhythm of the conversation.
Gu Yunqian knew he was ultimately at a disadvantage in this conversation. Every word Bai Xiuxian said was like a soft net, seemingly gentle, yet difficult for him to break free from. She demonstrated her strength while maintaining the gentleness of an elder, leaving him with no reason to question her.
"Thank you so much, Aunt Bai." Gu Yunqian put aside his tentative thoughts at the right time, and his tone was filled with sincere gratitude. "With the help of your friends, we can avoid many detours. When this is over, I will bring Xingya and Yunxi to thank you in person."
"There's no need to come and thank you." Bai Xiuxian smiled, her voice carrying a hint of genuine warmth. "I just hope you're all safe and sound, so I can have an explanation with your parents and feel at ease. Just take good care of yourself now, don't overthink it, and call me anytime if you need anything."
The moment he hung up, Gu Yunqian breathed a long sigh of relief, his fingertips feeling a chill. This seemingly simple exchange was more draining than any business negotiation—Bai Xiuxian's sophistication lay in her ability to conceal calculations within expressions of concern, her purpose within friendship, making you feel both grateful for her assistance and unsure of her true intentions.
Su Xingya sat by the bed, looking at his complicated expression, and asked softly, "What's wrong? What did Aunt Bai say?"
Gu Yunqian shook his head, but his eyes were a little more serious: "She said she would ask friends in the Golden Triangle to help us, and she also talked about some childhood stories." He paused, as if there were still some words lingering at the corner of his lips.
"Then we..." Su Xingya was a little worried. She waited for a long time but Gu Yunqian didn't finish the rest of his words.
"Accept her help first. After all, we have no choice now." Gu Yunqian said firmly, "Saving Yunxi is the top priority now. No matter what her purpose is, at least for now, we need her connections. As for the rest, we can slowly figure it out after this is over."
After Gu Yunqian finished speaking, he leaned weakly against the headboard of the bed, looking at the sunlight outside the window, but a trace of vigilance arose in his heart - Bai Xiuxian's "help in time of need" was like a gentle rain, which not only moistened the dry land, but also quietly planted the seeds of the unknown.
The instruments in the ward were still beeping, and the sunlight shone through the glass onto the quilt, bringing warmth.
But Gu Yunqian knew that the rescue of Gu Yunxi was not only a contest with Shen Chengyu, but perhaps there were more undercurrents that he had not yet seen clearly.
Gu Yunqian's fingertips searched through the address book for a long time, and finally stopped at the note "Uncle Yang".
The name on the screen glowed with a faint blue light, like a heavy stone, pressing down on his fingertips and causing them to tremble slightly.
"Go ahead." Su Xingya saw his dilemma and patted the back of his hand gently. "Uncle Yang is not an outsider. If he knew about your and Yunxi's situation, he would definitely not sit idly by. Even if he can't help, he won't blame you."
Gu Yunqian nodded, took a deep breath, and pressed the dial button. The phone rang for a long time. Just when he thought no one was answering and was about to hang up, Yang Bin's slightly tired voice finally came from the receiver: "Hello?"
"Director Yang, it's me, Yunqian." Gu Yunqian's voice was filled with apology. "I'm sorry to bother you at this time. I..."
"Yunqian? Are you awake?" Yang Bin's voice suddenly rose a few degrees, with obvious surprise and worry. "I heard that you were sent to the ICU. I have been wanting to call you, but I was afraid to disturb your rest. How are you feeling now? Are you feeling better?"
"Much better. Thank you, Uncle Yang, for your concern." Gu Yunqian felt a warm feeling in his heart. "I called you this time because I wanted to... ask you for a favor."
"You tell me!" Yang Bin's tone was unwavering. "As long as I can do it, I will definitely help you! Is there any remnant of Shen Chengyu? Or is there any progress in Yunxi's case?"
"It's about Yunxi." Gu Yunqian's voice darkened. "She was taken to the Golden Triangle by Shen Chengyu's men. Although we have some clues now, the situation in the Golden Triangle is too complicated. Captain Mark's men are unfamiliar with the local terrain and forces, so progress is very slow. I know you have been in the police force for many years and have a wide network of contacts. Can you help us make some contact? We always know that kind of place better ourselves, right?"
There was silence on the other end of the phone.
Gu Yunqian could clearly hear Yang Bin's breathing and the faint noise of the hospital corridor. His heart sank a little bit, knowing that his request might have embarrassed Yang Bin.
"Yunqian, it's not that I don't want to help you." After a long while, Yang Bin's voice came, with a hint of helplessness and guilt, "You also know that my daughter Xiaotang is about to give birth, and her condition is very bad..."
When Yang Xiaotang was mentioned, Gu Yunqian's heart skipped a beat. He had a feeling that Yang Xiaotang wouldn't be able to give birth to the child so smoothly, but he hadn't expected the situation to be so serious.
"What happened to Xiaotang? What happened to her?"
"She has severe preeclampsia and her blood pressure has been high. The doctor said complications could occur at any time, endangering the lives of both the adult and the child."
Yang Bin's voice was choked with sobs.
"She's staying in the hospital right now. I'm really worried about leaving Xiaotang with Qi Ruixiang. In this situation, I can't leave at all. Xiaotang is my only relative in this world. If anything happens to her, I won't be able to go down and see her mother."
Gu Yunqian's heart was filled with guilt.
He only thought about saving Gu Yunxi, but forgot that Yang Bin's family was also facing huge difficulties.
"Uncle Yang, I'm sorry. I didn't know Xiaotang's condition was so serious. I was too selfish and shouldn't have troubled you at this time. Don't worry about my business. Take good care of Xiaotang and wait until she gives birth safely."
"Hey, Yunqian, don't say that." Yang Bin sighed, "Your father and I have been friends for decades, and you and Yunxi are like my own children. Now that you are in such a big trouble, I can't help you, and I feel really sorry. Let me try to call my old comrade and see if he can help. But I can't guarantee it. After all, the Golden Triangle incident involves too many things, and I really can't be in two places at the moment."